How To Fix VW649 - Message type & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 649

• Message text: Message type & is not defined

What causes this issue?

The output type &V1& is not defined here.

System Response

The entry is not accepted.

How to fix this error?

Use an output type which is assigned to the application 'Inbound
delivery' (E1) or 'Shipping' (V2). Use the F4 help for additional
support.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW649 - Message type & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message VW649, which states "Message type & is not defined," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with the configuration of message types in the system. This error can arise in various modules, particularly in the context of logistics and sales processes.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Message Type: The message type referenced in the error is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration or an incorrect reference in the program or transaction.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they might be referencing a message type that has not been properly defined or activated.
  Transport Issues: If the message type was recently transported from another system, it might not have been included in the transport request or might not have been activated in the target system.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration settings related to the message types in the relevant application area (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Material Management).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., for Sales and Distribution, you can check in SPRO under Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Output Control -> Output Determination -> Maintain Output Types).
  Verify if the message type in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Define the Message Type:
  
  If the message type is not defined, you may need to create it. This involves specifying the necessary parameters such as the output medium, processing routines, and conditions for triggering the message.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is referencing the correct message type. Update the code if necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the message type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport request to ensure it was included and properly imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, NACE for output types, and SE80 for checking custom developments.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VW649 error and implement a solution to resolve it.